Ralph’s Transmission

The Ralph's Transmission shop.
Need a Tow? Need a Ride? Ralph’s Transmission Has You Covered!

At Ralph’s Transmission, we understand that it can be an inconvenience when you need major transmission repairs or even if  you just need to come by the shop for a standard transmission service. That’s why our goal is to make…

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Customer Gives Ralph’s Transmission a “Gazillion Star” Review

Ramona owns a 2006 GMC Canyon and noticed that it wasn’t running right in higher gears. Realizing it was likely a transmission problem, she did her research and decided to bring her truck into Ralph’s Transmission for an expert diagnosis…

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Common Transmission Problems to Look Out for

The transmission is one of the hardest working components of your vehicle, and it is also one of the most important. Without a transmission, your vehicle would not be able to transfer the power supplied by the engine out to…

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How Does an Automatic Transmission Work?

Though manual transmissions and automatic transmissions ultimately perform the same function in a vehicle, they work very differently. They require similar maintenance, but repairs can often be more complicated on automatic transmissions because there are more parts in motion. In…

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8 of the Most Common Repairs Performed at Ralph’s Transmission

Ralph’s Transmission is a busy shop. Any day you come in, you’ll see our transmission technicians hard at work—doing what they do best as expert mechanics with specialized transmission and drivetrain repair training. Yet, we always have time for new…

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What to Do if Your Transmission is Slipping

One of the most common signs of a transmission problem is when it begins to “slip” between gears. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you can usually feel it when you are shifting, especially if it happens between one…

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Dodge Ram Owner Gets Line Pressure Sensor Replaced at Ralph’s Transmission

Desiree owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 with over 180,000 miles on it. She’s been able to enjoy the dependability of her truck because she’s been good about getting routine maintenance done and repairs performed as needed. Recently, Desiree noticed…

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Why Rebuilding Your Transmission May Be the Best Solution

When you have significant transmission damage in your truck, SUV or car, you may be faced with different transmission repair options. You can repair it, replace it or rebuild it. At Ralph’s Transmission, we specialize in full custom transmission rebuilds.…

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Ford Truck Owner Gets Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

David was having problems with the transmission on his 1996 Ford F-250 truck. He normally does a lot of his own repairs, but he doesn’t have as much experience with transmission issues. David wanted to turn to a local transmission…

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Heavy Duty Performance: Why Modesto Truck Owners Trust Us with Chevy and GMC Transmissions

Driving a Chevy Silverado or a GMC Sierra in the Central Valley means operating a powerhouse designed for heavy lifting and enduring the California heat. However, these rugged American trucks face immense strain on their…

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Why Your Truck Struggles to Shift While Towing

If your truck hesitates, shifts hard or struggles to stay in gear while towing or hauling heavy loads, your transmission may be under more stress than it can handle. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we…

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What Happens if You Ignore Transmission Problems Too Long?

It’s easy to put off a repair when your vehicle is still drivable. Maybe it’s a slight delay when shifting or a small fluid leak. But when it comes to your transmission, waiting too long…

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